Job Description

JobSummary

Ready to grow your sales career in chemicals while keeping things practical and people-first? Join us — working with us at Actifchem Sdn. Bhd. means you will represent a trusted trading partner that supplies industrial and speciality chemical solutions to manufacturers and service providers across Malaysia. We care about reliable delivery, clear product advice, and building long-term customer relationships, and we want someone who can bring curiosity, discipline, and a customer mindset to every visit.

As a Chemical Sales Executive you will be a builder: you will create and scale a regional customer pipeline, convert enquiries into repeat orders, and raise our profile with clear product presentations. You will work closely with our Sales Director and operations team to turn technical requirements into accurate quotations and timely deliveries. Success looks like steady territory growth, satisfied customers who rely on your product knowledge, and reliable sales reporting that helps our team plan the next quarter.

Your Growth & Impact

• Expand your professional network by meeting decision makers across manufacturing, coatings, and cleaning sectors, increasing your industry exposure and contacts.
• Build commercial skills through hands-on quoting, negotiation, and deal management so you can own larger accounts and higher-value projects.
• Strengthen your technical understanding of chemical products by learning from suppliers and our operations team, improving your ability to recommend fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Accelerate your career progression with measurable sales targets and regular feedback, positioning you for senior sales or account management roles over time.
• Position yourself as a dependable field representative by mastering customer visits, product demos, and coordinated delivery processes, which boosts your credibility and internal influence.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities 

Territory & Business Development 

• Own and grow an assigned territory by building a pipeline of manufacturers and service providers in water treatment, coatings, and manufacturing sectors. 
• Convert enquiries into repeat orders through timely follow-ups and commercially sound proposals. 
• Prioritise leads, identify upsell opportunities and focus efforts to meet quarterly sales targets. 
• Share territory performance and market feedback with the Sales Director to inform planning. 

Sales Operations & Quoting 

• Translate customer requirements into accurate quotations in coordination with operations and suppliers. 
• Manage the order lifecycle from quotation to delivery, ensuring schedules and documentation are correct. 
• Keep sales records and simple reports that support forecasting and decision making. 
• Support by logistics and operations to resolve delivery or quality issues quickly and professionally. 

Customer Relationships & Fieldwork 

• Conduct customer visits, product demonstrations and discussions to recommend fit-for-purpose solutions. 
• Provide reliable product advice and after-sales support to build long-term customer trust. 
• Represent our team professionally at client meetings and supplier sessions. 
• Attend industry sites and opportunity to local/overseas events to broaden your network and increase our company presence. 

Requirements 

Qualifications & Experience 

• Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. 
• Sales experience in industrial products or chemicals is an advantage. 
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; training and product knowledge will be provided. 
• Possess own vehicle, a valid driving licence and be willing to travel for customer visits. 

Hard Skills & Knowledge 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and able to prepare clear quotations and basic sales reports. 
• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills for customer-facing discussions. 
• Familiarity with CRM or sales tracking tools is useful but not required. 
• Comfortable learning product technical details from suppliers and our operations team. 

Soft Skills & Qualities 

• Self-motivated, proactive and eager to learn on the job. 
• Able to work independently in the field and collaborate with our team when needed. 
• Customer-focused with attention to delivery reliability and product detail. 
• Professional presentation and dependable field representation during client visits. 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Competitive salary with attractive sales commissions and performance bonuses. 
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities. 
• Friendly and supportive working environment with opportunities for progression. 
• Medical benefits and annual leave. 
• Fixed car allowance, mileage, toll, parking and travel claims.

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